Chirper : African Love Bird

The African Love Bird originates from South Africa and makes a lively and energetic pet bird. They are available in a variety of colours and are playful and often boisterous birds. African Love Birds require an owner that is equally energetic and is willing to provide the care and attention this animated bird adores. Birds that do not receive this attention become prone to behavioural problems, including feather picking.

The best breeding results for African Love Birds are achieved when kept in a colony system. A group of five or six pairs requires an aviary a minimum of three metres long and one metre wide. African Love birds may also be bred successfully using the cabinet system, where cabinets no less than 80x50x50cm are recommended. Hens build a substantial nest and will gather twigs and other nest building materials from their surrounds.

African Love Bird
(Agapornis)

Size :

19cm in length

Pet Status :

Excellent

Talking Ability :

Poor

Noise Level :

High

Lifespan :

Up to 15 years

Breeding Ability :

Excellent

Number of Eggs :

3-6 eggs

Incubation :

21-23 days

Compatibility with other species :

Not Recommended

Feeding :

Seed and Fruit Eaters

Sexing :

Surgical or DNA sexing is required. Females are generally larger than males.